Substitute Teacher - Mesquite, TX

Kokua Education•Mesquite, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua is seeking substitute teachers for the 2025-26 school year in Mesquite, TX. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community by connecting students with classroom role models and helping to address the teacher shortage crisis. Substitute teachers will have a flexible schedule, the autonomy to choose assignments and locations, and the chance to gain experience in K-12 schools. Kokua provides weekly paychecks, a quick hiring process, and a supportive community. The role involves leading classrooms, creating a safe and supportive learning environment, and providing campus support such as lunch/recess supervision, hall and bathroom monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season. Kokua Education has been connecting individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years and operates across the country, serving schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Requirements

1+ year(s) working with students in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, camps, etc.)
Minimum of 48 college credit hours
Confidence to manage a classroom of students
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
Ability to pass state & federal background checks

Nice To Haves

Flexibility is a plus, as some schools may have earlier or later needs.

Responsibilities

Lead classrooms and help create a safe, supportive learning environment.
Step in where needed throughout the school day to support the campus, including lunch/recess supervision, hall and bathroom monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season.
Positively contribute to the community by sparking a love for learning with students.
Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America.
Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from unique experiences.
Connect students with classroom role models who can empower them to be their best.

Benefits

Weekly paychecks
Earn up to $135/day
$120 per day for daily assignments
$135 per day for long-term assignments
A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
The chance to teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Mesquite area
Your foot in the door for full-time positions at high-performing K-12 schools
A W-2, meaning no fussing with taxes at year-end
A supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 AM - 8 PM every day
Out-of-pocket costs will be reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments